About The Panhandle Gives

The Panhandle Gives is an annual giving campaign hosted and coordinated by the Amarillo Area Foundation (AAF). The campaign begins on the Monday before Thanksgiving and concludes on Giving Tuesday, the global day of generosity. In 2026, The Panhandle Gives will run from November 23 through December 1.

Any nonprofit organization eligible to receive a grant from AAF may register to participate. Participating organizations keep 100% of the donations they raise during the campaign.

In addition, organizations that raise at least $250 qualify to receive a proportional match from the Amplification Fund. This fund—made possible through generous contributions from foundations, corporate sponsors, and individual donors—was established by AAF to amplify the impact of every dollar raised and increase the overall benefit to participating nonprofits.

The Panhandle Gives remains a cornerstone initiative of the Amarillo Area Foundation, designed to support, empower, and foster collaboration among nonprofits serving the 26 counties of the Texas Panhandle. In 2025, the campaign raised an incredible $10.9 million, enabling a growing number of nonprofits to expand innovative programs and services that strengthen our communities.

We hope you’ll join us in The Panhandle Gives 2026 and be part of this powerful movement of generosity